Applies from Mon 10 Aug 2026, 11.33am to Fri 21 Aug 2026, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Aug 2026, 11.09am.
Closed areas: Area closed for pest control operation
Areas of Bournda National Park may be closed to the public from 6pm to 6am Monday 10 August to Friday 21 August for ground shooting for feral animal control.
the closed areas are:
- North Tura Beach
- Bournda Island
- Bournda Lagoon
- Bournda Beach
- Hobart Beach
- Turingal Head
These areas will be open to members of the public from 6am to 6pm each day during this time period.
This operation will involve the ground shooting of foxes at night for the protection of threatened shorebirds.
Park closure warning signs will be placed at entrances to the shooting area during closure times. Do not enter the closed area during shooting periods Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the Merimbula NPWS office (02) 6495 5000.